Harston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Track leading up to The Obelisk The obelisk commemorates the notable local family Wale.
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Track leading up to The Obelisk The obelisk commemorates the notable local family Wale.
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View E from Rowley's Hill Looking across the fields towards Newton Hall.
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River Cam or Rhee west of Harston Some fine meanders in this part of the river's course
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Fast flows the Rhee A lot of water coming down after two wet days. Viewed from the footpath bridge.
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Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport

4 out of 5
Waltham Close Stansted Airport Bishop's Stortford England
The price is AU$173 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$173
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bishop's Stortford. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (2,623 reviews)
Excellent service, lovely bar area. Spacious room and comfy large bed.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Hotel London Stansted Airport
Novotel London Stansted Airport

Novotel London Stansted Airport

4 out of 5
Round Coppice Road Stansted England
The price is AU$161 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$161
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stansted. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,162 reviews)
The hotel is perfect and the staff are so helpful and friendly . We will most definitely be staying here again .

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Novotel London Stansted Airport
Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport

3 out of 5
Bassingbourn Road, Essex Stansted England
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$193 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
AU$193
16 Mar - 17 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Stansted. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,327 reviews)
It is within walking distance of the airport and train station.

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport
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Impressive detached house with hot tub 4.5 miles from Cambridge city centre

Impressive detached house with hot tub 4.5 miles from Cambridge city centre

Harston
Stay at this holiday home in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a garden. Popular attractions Imperial War Museum Duxford and The Orchard Tea ...
8/10 Very Good! (3 reviews)
The house is very spacious and perfect for family weekends. James made sure the house was warm and hot tub was ready for our arrival. Only downside was more care was needed on level of cleaning throughout the house. That said, James was receptive to this feedback.

Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025

Impressive detached house with hot tub 4.5 miles from Cambridge city centre
Turing Locke Cambridge

Turing Locke Cambridge

4 out of 5
47 Eddington Ave Cambridge England
Stay at this aparthotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Turing Locke Cambridge
The Regent Aparthotel

The Regent Aparthotel

3.5 out of 5
41 Regent St Cambridge England
Stay at this aparthotel in Cambridge. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (280 reviews)
Lovley staff! Well located! Quiet even though we had the city room!

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

The Regent Aparthotel
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Popular places to visit

Mathematical Bridge, an old landmark in Queen's College, Cambridge, UK

University of Cambridge

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University of Cambridge during your travels in Cambridge. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its fascinating museums.

University of Cambridge
A World War II Bristol Blenheim light bomber

Imperial War Museum Duxford

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Imperial War Museum Duxford during your travels in Duxford. Stroll along the riverfront in this relaxing area or visit its cosy cafes.

Imperial War Museum Duxford
Cambridge Corn Exchange showing heritage elements and street scenes

Cambridge Corn Exchange

Legendary performers, such as Syd Barrett and David Bowie, have performed at this historic venue.

Cambridge Corn Exchange
The River Cam which includes a river or creek and a bridge

River Cam

Go punting, kayaking, sailing and swimming in this clean river that winds its way through one of the world’s most iconic universities.

River Cam
St John's College in Cambridge

St. John's College

Explore the campus of St. John's College during your travels in Cambridge. Wander the picturesque gardens and riverfront in the area.

St. John's College
King\'s College featuring heritage architecture, a church or cathedral and heritage elements

King's College

Explore the campus of one of Cambridge University’s great colleges and visit its medieval chapel, a superb example of late Gothic architecture.

King's College

Activities

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Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge

AU$34
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Shared Guided Punting Tour of Cambridge
Picture 9 for Activity Cambridge: Alumni-Led Walking Tour w/opt Kings College Entry

Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM

AU$43
per adult
Cambridge University & Kings College Walking Tour By AlumniTM
Alumni-led Cambridge Ghost Tour

Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour

AU$44
per adult
Cambridge: Alumni-Led University Ghost Tour
Punting along the college backs in Cambridge on a chauffeured punt tour

Shared Chauffeured Punt Tour

AU$124
per traveller
Shared Chauffeured Punt Tour
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London

Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London

AU$161
per adult
Dive into History: Cambridge & Medieval England from London
Curious Cambridge - The History Tour that's FUN!!!

Curious Cambridge - The History Tour that's FUN!!!

AU$38
per adult
Curious Cambridge - The History Tour that's FUN!!!
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